The French leading independent MRO provider, Sabena technics, has been granted by the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) the Boeing 787 rating approval.

Sabena technics, which airframe services (Base & Line maintenance) are already being performed on a large range of aircraft, is entering a new phase of development and is extending the scope of its activities to overhauls and modification for Boeing 787 -8/9/10 aircraft.

With this approval, the company is now able to deliver its quality, customized and cost effective solutions to Boeing 787 operators in its dedicated maintenance facilities based in Bordeaux (France).

“The maintenance operations will be carried out by our highly-skilled experts especially trained to support the Boeing aircraft with a high level of performance and reliability. From aircraft checks to cabin refurbishment, we will be able to cover all its customer’s requirement with an unmatched flexibility”.

• said Fabian Ballet, Head of civil aviation and international defense sales.